National Civics Bee®

About the Bee

The Salt Lake Chamber is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and several chambers of commerce across Utah to host a nonpartisan statewide civics competition. The 2024-25 National Civics Bee® encourages young Americans in 6th, 7th and 8th grade to engage in civics and contribute to their communities.

The competition, modeled on traditional spelling and geography bees, gives students the chance to win recognition and earn cash prizes by sharing ideas for improving their communities and showing their enthusiasm for civics. The winner of the National Civics Bee® Utah State Finals will receive a trip to Washington, D.C. to compete in the National Civics Bee® national championship in Fall 2025.  

2025 State Finals Winners

State Finals 

  • The state finals took place at Westminster University on June 13, 2025. The event was hosted by the Salt Lake Chamber. 
  • Winners:
    • First place: Jake B., Crimson Cliffs Middle School
    • Second place: Sophia C., Mueller Park Junior High School 
    • Third place: Zoey M., Hurricane Middle School

Local Competition

  • The local competition took place at Dixie Technical College on May 1, 2025. The event was hosted by St. George Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with United We Pledge
  • Winners:
    • First place: Jake B., Crimson Cliffs Middle School
    • Second place: Sophia C., Mueller Park Junior High School 
    • Third place: Jericho C., American Preparatory Academy

Why Civics?

We are hosting the National Civics Bee® Utah State Finals because we believe that informed and active citizens make for a strong country, a strong economy and a strong workforce, and that our continued prosperity depends on the strength of all three. Through the Bee, we are promoting greater civic knowledge throughout Utah and celebrating our civic pride. 

Resources/Additional Information

Sponsorship Opportunities 

Are you interested in showcasing your company’s commitment to developing​ active and engaged citizens? Become a sponsor today.

For information about available corporate sponsorships, please contact hwalker@slchamber.com

Contact Us 

If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact mbudge@slchamber.com